Your stay — Casa Via Mare
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The Property — Casa Via Mare
Casa Via Mare is a modest three-star hotel in Rodos old town, with a lobby that smells faintly of sea salt and old stone. Its USP is the rooftop terrace overlooking the harbour, where guests drink morning coffee beside drying laundry. This place suits independent travellers who want a clean, quiet base near the medieval walls, not luxury or frills.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned settlement, later fortified by the Knights of St John in the 14th century. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO site, shows a dense overlay of Byzantine, Ottoman and Italian architecture. Today the city thrives on tourism, with a split personality: quiet, cobbled lanes by the Palace of the Grand Master versus neon-lit bars along the new marina.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and September: hot but not scorching, sea is warm, and crowds haven't peaked yet. June also works if you can handle more heat.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest: temperatures hit high 30s °C, and the island fills with package tourists. Hotel prices roughly double from May levels. The main driver is school holidays and direct flights from northern Europe.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early October: prices drop 30-40%, daytime temperatures sit around 22-28 °C, and you'll find empty beaches. The old town feels like a real place again.
Weather & packing
In July, the meltemi wind often picks up in the afternoon, blowing cooler air from the north but stirring dust. Pack a light windbreaker for evenings on the terrace; don't rely on a single scarf.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The old town's main pedestrian street, Sokratous, is being repaved through summer 2026 — expect some detours and noise near the mosque.
- Rodos harbour has introduced a new electric shuttle boat to the beach at Faliraki, running every 30 minutes from 9am to 6pm.
- A new museum dedicated to the island's butterfly species opened in June 2026 near the Valley of the Butterflies, about 25 km southwest of the city.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Via Mare, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear (away from the main street). These rooms are quieter and get better natural light, as the lower ground floor rooms are dimmer and closer to any street-level noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the main street. These suffer from foot traffic, scooter noise, and possible delivery truck rumble. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift or service stairs on any floor.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (courtyard or side) offer a view of local rooftops and maybe a glimpse of hills inland. The front rooms overlook the main road — more lively but no real view.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest at this three-storey hotel, with less passing traffic noise and fewer people walking past doors.
🔊 Noise notes
The address on Rodos (the main island's capital) means the hotel sits on a regular street, not a quiet side alley. Expect motorbikes, taxis, and pedestrian chatter from 7am to late evening. The lift is audible on all floors, especially if your room is next to the shaft.
Insider tips
1. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs — the hotel does not provide them and construction noise is common in Rodos. 2. Ask for a top-floor room (floor 3) at check-in; it's usually the last to be filled and less likely to have footfall above you.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Casa Via Mare
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 20 Mbps, no login required, good for browsing and emails)
One elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader available in lobby tablet; no printed papers
Check-in 14:00–22:00 (early bag drop available from 10:00); late check-out until 12:00 at €30 per room
Complimentary storage in locked luggage room; available after check-out until 18:00
No step-free entry (one low step at main door); lifts are accessible for wheelchairs; no accessible guest rooms or adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Mandraki Harbour (€12 per 24h, 500m walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night (applicable for all guests, paid on arrival)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required to secure reservation; €150 incidental hold placed on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Παμμέγιστων Ταξιαρχών (388 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Παναγιά Καθολική (898 m · ~11 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Alpha Bank — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Mini Market — 333 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos Town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they offer poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels in Rodos Town; contactless and mobile pay are common, but carry some cash for smaller tavernas and market stalls.
Rounding up the bill by 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants; small change for taxi drivers and a few euros for hotel staff is standard.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or freddo espresso from a local kafeneio costs around €2-3.
A gyros pita from a souvlaki joint (stand-up or basic seating) is typically €3.50-5.
A main course like moussaka or grilled fish at a mid-range taverna runs €10-15.
The old town and streets near the harbour are dotted with souvlaki and crepe stands for cheap eats.
Supermarket chains AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common; Lidl is generally cheaper for basics.
Main shopping streets like Orfanidou and Sofokleous have affordable high-street brands and local market stalls in the old town.
Local buses within Rodos Town cost €1.50 per ride; from the airport, the budget way is the public bus (route 1 or 4, about €4-5) into the city centre.
Eat where locals queue at lunch; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist shops; use public buses instead of taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Rodos
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rodos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Via Mare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Alpha Bank — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Olympic Palace Resort, Ixia → Rhodes Town (Mandriaki harbour)
💡 This line runs right along the coast road. Get off at 'Akti Miaouli' for the old town walls or 'Plateia Eleftherias' for the main shopping. Pay the driver, no ticket needed.
Rodos City Centre Terminus → Rodos Paradise Villa area (stop: Pefki Street)
💡 The bus drops you 5 mins walk from the villa. Check the last departure time—return after 8pm requires a taxi. Timetables are posted at the terminus, rarely updated online.
Akti Miaouli stop (100m from Elakati) → Faliraki Beach
💡 The same bus continues to Anthony Quinn Bay and Ladiko Beach—get off at the 'Faliraki Center' stop for the main beach. Return buses tend to fill up by 17:00; catch one before 16:00 to get a seat.
Stella's Country Home (Koskinou) → Rodos Town (Mandráki)
💡 Catch the bus from the main road (Leoforos Kallitheas) — it's a 5-min walk from Stella's. Buses run later in summer; check the timetable at the stop as it changes seasonally.
Olympic Palace Resort, Ixia → Rhodes Town centre
💡 Call a taxi via 22410 24300 — they arrive in under 10 minutes. A ride from the hotel to the old town usually costs €10-12; confirm the fare before getting in.
Stella's Country Home (Koskinou) → Rodos Town Centre
💡 Use the 'Rodos Taxi' app or call +30 22410 65000 to flag one. For a flat rate, agree the fare before getting in — drivers often quote €15-18 for tourists, but locals pay €10-12.
Stegna Village Stop → Rodos Town (Mandriki stop)
💡 The bus runs along the coast road — sit on the left for sea views. It stops near the old town entrance, not the bus station.
Diagoras Airport (RHO) → Avenue of the Sea stop near Olympic Palace
💡 The bus stop is 150m left of arrivals. Buy a ticket from the kiosk at the stop or the driver if no kiosk; exact change helps. The hotel is a 5-min walk from the 'Rhodes City' side of the stop.
Airport Bus Stop (outside arrivals) → Mandraki Bus Stop (near Elakati)
💡 Buy a ticket from the kiosk inside arrivals—cash only. The bus drops you about 800m north of the hotel along the coast, so walk south along Akti Miaouli for 10 minutes.
Rhodes International Airport → Stella's Country Home (Koskinou stop)
💡 Bus number 01 or 02 from the airport stop outside arrivals. Get off at 'Koskinou Square' — Stella's is a 10-min walk uphill. Have small change ready, the driver doesn't give change.
Diagoras Airport Bus Stop → Rodos City Centre (nearest stop to villa: Rhodes Town Terminus)
💡 No direct bus to the villa—you’ll need a taxi from the terminus, which adds €10–15. The bus is cash only, exact change recommended. Buy ticket from driver.
Rodos Airport Bus Stop → Stegna Village Stop (near B&B)
💡 Get off at the Stegna signpost, not the main road — it's a 10-minute walk downhill. The bus can be crowded in July, so have coins ready for the driver.
About Rodos
Wikipedia ↗
Rhodes ( ; Greek: Ρόδος, romanized: Ródos [ˈroðos]) is the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands and their historical capital; it is the ninth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Administratively, Rhodes constitutes a separate municipality within the Rhodes regional unit, which is part of the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Via Mare?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear (away from the main street). These rooms are quieter and get better natural light, as the lower ground floor rooms are dimmer and closer to any street-level noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Via Mare?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the main street. These suffer from foot traffic, scooter noise, and possible delivery truck rumble. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift or service stairs on any floor.
Is Casa Via Mare noisy?
The address on Rodos (the main island's capital) means the hotel sits on a regular street, not a quiet side alley. Expect motorbikes, taxis, and pedestrian chatter from 7am to late evening. The lift is audible on all floors, especially if your room is next to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Via Mare?
Rooms at the rear (courtyard or side) offer a view of local rooftops and maybe a glimpse of hills inland. The front rooms overlook the main road — more lively but no real view.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Via Mare?
1. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs — the hotel does not provide them and construction noise is common in Rodos. 2. Ask for a top-floor room (floor 3) at check-in; it's usually the last to be filled and less likely to have footfall above you.
What time is check-in at Casa Via Mare?
Check-in at Casa Via Mare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Via Mare have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (up to 20 Mbps, no login required, good for browsing and emails)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Via Mare?
€0.50 per room per night (applicable for all guests, paid on arrival)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Via Mare?
A gyros pita from a souvlaki joint (stand-up or basic seating) is typically €3.50-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Via Mare?
Local buses within Rodos Town cost €1.50 per ride; from the airport, the budget way is the public bus (route 1 or 4, about €4-5) into the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and September: hot but not scorching, sea is warm, and crowds haven't peaked yet. June also works if you can handle more heat.
Top Attractions in Rodos
💡 Come at dawn or dusk for photos without crowds. The lanterns look magical after sunset, and the architecture is best seen without souvenir stalls in the way.
💡 Go early morning before 09:00 for photos without crowds. The nearby Jewish Quarter has fewer tourists.
💡 Walk it at dusk when the street lamps glow and most tourists have left. Look for the carved coats of arms above each inn doorway.
💡 Sunset from the pier is excellent. Bring water shoes if you want to wade. The fish market nearby is lively at 08:00.
💡 Best light for photos is just before sunset. Grab a cheap souvlaki from a harbour-side kiosk and sit on the rocks near the windmills.
💡 Start at the Liberty Gate end; the path is mostly flat and takes about 40 minutes. Good for early morning.
💡 Climb at sunset for clear views over the bay and modern city. No ticket needed.
💡 Bring bread for the peacocks – they'll follow you. It's a 20-minute walk from the centre or a cheap bus ride (€1.20).